Alibaba introduces AI Software tool “OKKI”

Partnerships 
SAS signs strategic collaboration agreement with AWS
It will offer SAS Customer Intelligence 360 in AWS Marketplace, facilitating customers in maximizing data value in the cloud. The strategic collaboration focuses on key industries, providing simplicity, flexibility, and optimized cloud performance for mutual customers. Read More>>
Lineaje Allies with Persistent Systems on Open-Source Software Remediation Service
The goal is to address cybersecurity risks in open-source software, providing services ranging from issue identification to comprehensive, continuous updates for open-source components. Read More>>

Deals
Abrigo taps Mitek to protect bank clients against Check Fraud
It will leverage Mitek’s Check Fraud Defender with imaging science and AI. The partnership aims to equip financial institutions with a powerful solution to combat evolving financial crimes and protect against check fraud losses. Read More>>
CloudWave Inc. wins AmeriCorps Contract for Data Management and Training Services
CloudWave Inc. has been awarded a USD 4.6 million, 2-year contract with AmeriCorps to support their Chief Data Office and Chief Modernization Office. The initiative focuses on modernizing data management, improving data infrastructure, and developing web-based training materials. Read More>>

Center Setup and Expansion
Forescout expands Ottawa’s R&D footprint to address growing market demands
Forescout inaugurates its expanded Ottawa R&D office to bolster efforts in managing cyber risks across IT, OT, and IoT devices. The new facility, central to Forescout’s global cybersecurity strategy, focuses on cloud security, software development, and data analytics. Read More>>

New Product Development and Product Launch
Clir Renewables introduces advanced software for hourly Energy Production Modeling
Clir Renewables unveils innovative technology utilizing ML and over 200 GW of data to model hourly energy production variability. The software offers superior accuracy, aiding owners and operators in precise production and revenue forecasting. Read More>>
Materialise launches Mimics Flow Case Management software for point-of-care labs
The software streamlines 3D workflows, fosters collaboration, and enforces quality management, offering a comprehensive solution. With tools like the 3D Viewer and quality management features, materialize aims to optimally organize, manage, and improve efficiency in point-of-care and 3D printing processes. Read More>>

Partnerships
Raiffeisen Bank Partners with Bitpanda to bring cryptocurrency trading to retail customers
Austria’s Raiffeisen Bank partners with Bitpanda to offer cryptocurrency trading services to retail customers through its app, targeting digitally savvy investors. The collaboration aims to provide a user-friendly platform for secure and easy access to digital assets, catering to the evolving needs of customers. Read More>>
University of California partners with Canva to provide universal access to visual communication tools
Canva partners with the University of California (UC), offering its full suite to over 240,000 faculty and staff and 300,000 students across all 10 campuses. The collaboration provides visual communication tools, including AI-powered products, aiming to enhance creative capabilities and equip students for a visual workforce. Read More>>

Deal
Echo secures 10-year contract for customer services and software with Northern Ireland Water
Echo wins a contract to provide contact management, billing, and collection services to Northern Ireland Water for up to 10 years. Leveraging its CRM and billing software, Aptumo, Echo aims to deliver exceptional customer service, enhance customer experiences, and ensure future-proof customer service activities. Read More>>

Merger and Acquisition
Chimoney, Web3-backed payment solutions provider, acquires Nigerian Social Payments App, Scrim
It will feature enhanced functionality, including global real-time payments, earning opportunities, and AI features. The acquisition aims to empower users in the digital generation to send and receive money effortlessly, leveraging Chimoney’s API and infrastructure. Read More>>

New Product Development and Product Launch
Alibaba introduces AI Software tool “OKKI”
Alibaba.com introduces an AI-enhanced version of OKKI, a customer relationship management SaaS tool, to aid merchants in automating client interactions and boosting overseas customer engagement. The tool, under Alibaba Cloud, enhances business correspondence, leading to a 32% improvement in response rates from global clients. Read More>>
Google Drive unveils Cross-Platform Scanning feature, debuts on iOS
Google Drive introduces a document scanning feature for iOS users, complementing the existing Android capability. The iOS feature includes title suggestions based on text recognition. Simultaneously, Android users benefit from improved scanning options, automatically capturing documents in a frame. Read More>>

• Palo Alto Networks focuses on enhancing a Cloud Security Platform to protect cloud-based infrastructure, applications & data. It supports regulatory data compliance and protects data from distributed denial of service attacks, malware, hackers, and unauthorized user access.
• Palo Alto Networks intends to utilize micro-segmentation to make cloud network security far more granular to create secure zones in data centers and cloud deployments.

• Palo Alto Networks specializes in providing advanced next-generation firewall solutions, employing cutting-edge technology to safeguard networks against a wide range of cyber threats.
• Palo Alto Networks is committed to the Zero Trust security model that threats contain both outside and inside the network. The company focuses on implementing robust access controls, continuous monitoring, and advanced analytics to verify the identity and trustworthiness of users and devices.

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